Mercedes C167 W213 C238 C257 4MATIC Bare Engine 656929 656.929 59k, WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a bare engine.

The engine is sold without accessories (e.g. alternator, starter motor, manifolds, injectors, turbocharger, etc.).

Mercedes C167 W213 C238 C257 4MATIC Bare Engine is a used, factory-spec engine block designed for modern Mercedes models with 4MATIC all-wheel drive. This bare engine serves as a solid foundation for professional rebuilding or engine swaps, allowing for the reuse of existing accessories and vehicle installations. It is an ideal solution for users and workshops looking for a proven base for repairs or swaps rather than a complete, more expensive powertrain assembly.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A6560107200
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A6560107200
• Substitutable numbers: A6560107200, A 656 010 72 00, A6560102202, A 656 010 22 02
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 6
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: 656929
• Mileage: 59 000

Technical specifications of the engine block

The presented unit belongs to the Engines category and represents a modern, six-cylinder diesel construction from Mercedes. The cylinder layout ensures smooth operation, high refinement, and excellent durability under the loads typical of the 4MATIC system. The unit is prepared as a bare block, meaning it serves as a base for further configuration using accessories sourced from the vehicle or other origins.

This generation of diesel engines is designed for efficiency and stability across a wide range of loads. As a result, it performs well in both daily operation and fleet applications, where predictability and serviceability based on standard workshop procedures are essential.

Application in Mercedes 4MATIC models

Mercedes C167, W213, C238, and C257 with 4MATIC drive utilize advanced drivetrain systems that require a properly matched power unit. The bare engine from this offer is intended for integration with factory accessories, wiring harnesses, and control units specific to the vehicle's particular trim level.

This approach allows for:

• maintaining the original electronics and accessory configuration of the car,
• precise matching with the existing transmission and 4MATIC system,
• cost control of repairs by utilizing functional components from the previous engine.

Consequently, this block is particularly attractive to workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand that perform overhauls or engine swaps while adhering to factory standards.

Benefits of choosing a bare engine block

Choosing a bare block instead of a complete engine gives the workshop greater flexibility in terms of configuration and costs. It is possible to individually select accessories, turbochargers, fuel systems, or covers according to the requirements of a specific vehicle. The used block also allows for a phased repair process – starting with the installation and startup of the base, followed by the gradual addition of further components.

An additional advantage is the ability to retain original, vehicle-matched components, which facilitates subsequent diagnostics and servicing. For many users and service centers, this is a compromise between a full unit replacement and an expensive rebuild of an old block.

Condition, mileage, and workshop suitability

The block comes from the secondary market and is intended for informed users and professional service centers capable of assessing the condition of internal components and planning further repair work. The declared mileage of the unit allows for rational planning of the service scope – from basic inspection to potential regeneration of selected sub-assemblies according to the workshop's standards.

In practice, such a block is a good starting point for:

• comprehensive engine rebuilding according to customer requirements,
• engine replacement in a vehicle after a major mechanical failure,
• modernization projects within the same family of Mercedes engines.

Mercedes engines – further development and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as blocks, cylinder heads, or crankshafts, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Engines category.

When planning larger investments in the powertrain, it is worth knowing the typical design issues of modern units. A good point of reference can be the analysis of experiences with other brands – practical conclusions regarding failure rates and repair costs can be found in the article Troublesome BMW E90 engines: check what can ruin your budget!, which helps to better assess the risks associated with operating advanced engines.